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For candidates aspiring to study Electrical Engineering in Nigerian universities, the required JAMB subject combination is:
- English Language (Compulsory for all candidates)
- Mathematics (Compulsory)
- Physics (Compulsory)
- Chemistry
This subject combination ensures that students have a strong background in the sciences, especially in mathematics and physics, which are critical for understanding electrical engineering concepts.
O’ Level (WAEC/NECO) Requirements for Electrical Engineering
Candidates must have at least five (5) credit passes in their O’ Level (WAEC/NECO) in the following subjects:
- English Language (Compulsory)
- Mathematics (Compulsory)
- Physics (Compulsory)
- Chemistry (Compulsory)
- Any other science subject (e.g., Technical Drawing, Further Mathematics, or Biology)
These subjects provide the necessary foundation for higher-level studies in electrical engineering.
List of Nigerian Universities Offering Electrical Engineering
Here are some universities in Nigeria that offer Electrical Engineering as a degree program:
- University of Lagos (UNILAG)
- Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (ABU)
- Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU)
- University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
- Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)
- Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO)
- Covenant University, Ota
- University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
- University of Benin (UNIBEN)
- University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT)
- Lagos State University (LASU)
- University of Jos (UNIJOS)
- Bayero University, Kano (BUK)
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK)
These universities are accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) to offer Electrical Engineering programs.
Job Opportunities for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of Electrical Engineering have a wide range of career opportunities across industries. Some potential job roles include:
- Electrical Engineer: Designing, developing, and testing electrical systems and equipment.
- Power Engineer: Working in power generation, transmission, and distribution, focusing on ensuring reliable energy supply.
- Electronics Engineer: Developing and testing electronic circuits and devices, such as communication equipment and sensors.
- Telecommunications Engineer: Specializing in the design and maintenance of telecommunication systems and networks.
- Control Systems Engineer: Designing and implementing control systems for various industrial processes.
- Automation Engineer: Developing automated systems to improve manufacturing or service processes.
- Renewable Energy Engineer: Focusing on the generation of electrical power using renewable sources such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric energy.
- Maintenance Engineer: Ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of electrical systems in industries and buildings.
- Project Engineer/Manager: Managing electrical engineering projects, from design to execution, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
- Research and Development Engineer: Conducting research to develop new technologies in electrical systems and electronics.
Electrical engineering graduates can work in industries such as power generation, telecommunications, automotive, manufacturing, construction, renewable energy, and aerospace, or pursue further studies and specialize in areas like microelectronics, robotics, or communication systems.